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EPISODE · Jul 14, 2026 · 1H

NYPD Retired Det Jim Rothstein

from The Opperman Report' · host The Opperman Report

Jim "Boots" Rothstein is a retired New York City Police Department (NYPD) vice intelligence detective widely known for his research, whistleblowing, and public commentary regarding organized crime, political corruption, and human trafficking rings. Career OverviewNYPD Tenure: Served as a Gold Shield intelligence detective focusing on vice and human trafficking, and was forced into retirement in 1980. High-Profile Arrests: He was notably one of the arresting officers of Watergate figure Frank Sturgis. [1]Post-Retirement Activism: Moved to rural Minnesota, where he continued to advocate for human trafficking awareness, warning communities about the targeting of youth. [1]Key Investigations and ClaimsRothstein has frequently appeared on alternative investigative programs, such as The Opperman Report, to discuss highly controversial theories, including: The "Son of Sam" Cult: Contending that David Berkowitz did not act alone, but was part of a larger, systemic occult network.   Political Blackmail: Detailing the intersection of New York's nightlife (like Studio 54), the Cosa Nostra mafia, high-profile figures like Roy Cohn, and systemic compromise used to prevent the prosecution of elite pedophile rings. Watergate and Intelligence Linkages: Sharing details about his interactions with intelligence community operators during his law enforcement careerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

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